CIC operates a large network of “Citizenship and Immigration Centres” throughout Canada and in an important number of embassies, high commissions and consulates abroad. Canada Border Services Agency took over the control of enforcement and entry control at land borders and airports.

CIC remains responsible for the establishment of policies and processing of permanent and temporary residence visa, citizenship applications.

Funding

CIC helps immigrants and refugees settle in Canada by funding organizations like the Canadian Caregivers Association to provide newcomers with settlement programs. These organizations are called service provider organizations.

The CIC funds the following programs through service provider organizations:

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada

Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program (called the Integrated Service Program in Alberta)